COTA Racetrack Wall Art #2

Just a regular guy designing prints for the masses. 

Hey Everyone!

So here is the second track in this series of prints. The Circuit Of The Americas (COTA) is a 3.426 mile track located in Austin, Texas and hosts many different types of racing. This print is also huge (for scale the island in the photos is 36in x 50in) each segment is .930in wide and .600in thick. Assembly is pretty easy, I have included a few instructions and gluing tips below. 

Be sure to check out the other track designs in this series. 

Dimensions:

Approx. 44 in x 19 in

This is a LARGE model, I would caution scaling it down due to the close dovetail connection tolerance.  

Print Specifications:

PLA

0.4 mm nozzle 

0.2 mm layer height

2 wall loops

5% infill

no supports needed 

Assembly Instructions:

I think this print is beginner friendly, it does however have interlocking pieces that you will need to fit together.  Each piece is clearly marked on the back with a corresponding number. Because the dovetails are the same size it is important to have the pieces laid out correctly before assembly . Gluing is optional, they will stay together without. There are 5 recessed and countersunk screw holes for mounting (I used #6 1 5/8 sheetrock screws) For a more finished look after mounting there are also optional plugs, they are tapered and the side that was down when printed goes out when installing, DO NOT GLUE THEM IN. They can be removed later by running the tip of a screw in the center and pulling them out, it will damage them and they will need to be replaced, this is the reason they are on their own plate.  

Pro Gluing Tips: 

Test fit the pieces before gluing, If needed, de-burr any sharp edges. (a nail file works great) Apply a drop of glue about halfway down the joint to only one piece, place that piece with the front facing up on a flat surface and wax paper underneath. Spray the other joining piece with accelerator (optional) and slide down onto the piece laying on the wax paper. Any squeeze out will be on the back side and out of view. It will assure they are even as well. 

Link to my models:

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DISCLAIMER:

I design models for fun, the files are posted for “PERSONAL USE ONLY” and are provided ”AS - IS" without warranty of safety or functionality.  CAUTION!!  some models have small parts,  pieces could break off or come loose causing a choking hazard, always use extra care monitoring your children when playing with them.